Breaking: Jay tops MC in OT

JCHS boys basketball

The Jay County High School boys basketball team overcame an 11-point, first-half deficit, forced overtime and knocked off the visiting Muncie Central Bearcats 43-40 Wednesday in the season opener for both squads.

Justin Dirksen scored the game-tying points on a put-back hoop in the final minute of regulation, and JCHS never trailed again. Jay Houck, who led the way with 16 points, and seniors Nick Clemens and Dirksen went 5-for-5 at the line in overtime to seal the win.

Adam Dirksen followed Houck with 12 points.

For more on the game, read Friday’s edition of The Commercial Review.

Thursday, July 24, 2025